Matthew Ragsdale
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Experience
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Comedy Central
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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200 - 300 Employee
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Production Intern at The Daily Show
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Oct 2023 - Present
New York, United States
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WUFT News
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United States
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Telecommunications
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1 - 100 Employee
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Technical Director
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Jan 2023 - Present
- Manage and control all technical aspects of a live show. - Display all content (packages, voiceovers, cameras and graphics) via a programmed switcher board.
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Audio Operator
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Aug 2022 - Feb 2023
- Track audio for anchors and reporters. - Mix audio levels for reporters, anchors, and packages for on-air shows.
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Graphics Operator
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Aug 2021 - Aug 2022
- Precisely displayed and managed lower-third and full-screen graphics for over 30 shows. - Created lower-third and full screen graphics in Photoshop. - Reviewed spelling and attribution in graphics to avoid any fact errors. - Learned and implemented software such as Streamline and Xpression.
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Floor Manager
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Jan 2021 - Aug 2021
Gainesville, Florida, United States - Coordinate and execute camera movements for 20 live and recorded shows. - Manage a film unit tasked with the instruction of set safety, studio equipment, and framing broadcasts.
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Camera Operator
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Aug 2020 - Jan 2021
Gainesville, Florida, United States - Operate manual and remote cameras for over 40 shows. - Coordinate with floor manager on camera movements and coverage.
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Social Media Intern
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Aug 2022 - Present
Analyze social media metrics to increase followers and engagement on Instagram and Facebook. Create the design and content of social media posts to reach a broader audience and increase follower engagement.
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Rowdy Magazine
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United States
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Videographer
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Jun 2022 - Present
Gainesville, Florida, United States Record footage and edit video podcasts for a social media page of over 6,000 followers
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ChomPics Productions
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United States
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Movies, Videos, and Sound
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1 - 100 Employee
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Gaffer
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Jan 2022 - Present
Gainesville, Florida - Assembled lighting equipment and configured lighting setups to enhance the story and quality of the film. - Coordinated with the Director of Photography to plan out lighting arrangements on set. - Developed a plan of what equipment and materials were necessary while staying in budget. - Maintained safe on-set procedures by assembling and securing stable lighting setups.
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Script Supervisor/Grip
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Jan 2021 - Jan 2022
Gainesville, Florida, United States - Coordinated with the director to have production notes recorded for the post production process. - Oversaw continuity of characters, props, costume, lighting and action between takes to ensure that the end product's footage was consistent. - Held full knowledge of the script to assist crew and maintain continuity. - Generated reports detailing production notes such as audio, video, continuity and lighting. - Assembled and secured production equipment to maintain a safe set.
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Assistant Editor
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Feb 2020 - Jan 2021
Gainesville, Florida, United States - Used knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro to enhance video and audio of an annually produced five episode mini series on YouTube. - Communicated directly with the Executive editor to accomplish goals and meet deadlines. - Organizing video and audio files to create an organized workspace for myself and other team members.
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Writer, Director
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Jan 2022 - Present
Gainesville, Florida - Produce, write, and direct short films to be screened in front of a live audience and virtual platforms - Write and pitch sketches weekly for a live show at the end of the semester - Engage in the pre-production process of writing, costuming, location scouting and lighting - Utilize Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Audition for editing video, audio and color correcting
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Watt Pictures
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United States
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Media Production
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1 - 100 Employee
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Unscripted Development Intern
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Sep 2023 - Oct 2023
New York, United States
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The Preiss Company
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Real Estate
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200 - 300 Employee
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Leasing Specialist
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Apr 2021 - Sep 2022
Gainesville, Florida, United States - Reaches monthly sales goals and generates legally-binding contracts according to property standards. - Determine prospects' qualifications by evaluating background checks, credit and income reports. - Communicates with prospective residents every 24 hours via phone and email to reach higher sales goals and form stronger connections with clients. - Initiates market research studies to obtain a competitive advantage in the luxury apartment market space. - Organizes and… Show more - Reaches monthly sales goals and generates legally-binding contracts according to property standards. - Determine prospects' qualifications by evaluating background checks, credit and income reports. - Communicates with prospective residents every 24 hours via phone and email to reach higher sales goals and form stronger connections with clients. - Initiates market research studies to obtain a competitive advantage in the luxury apartment market space. - Organizes and participates in property events to gain social media outreach. - Manages a work environment of incoming phone calls, assisting residents entering the office, qualifying applicants, handling packages, and giving tours. - Creates reports detailing apartments' conditions after inspecting the property for damages. Show less
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Grip
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Jun 2022 - Jun 2022
Constructed lighting setups and managed equipment for a high production music video. Assisted with the production of a music video for a band with over 989,000 monthly listeners on Spotify.
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Ming Entertainment
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United States
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Grip
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Nov 2021 - Nov 2021
Assisted in the setup of the SkyCam for the Florida vs. FSU football game by helping mount and arrange the SkyCam cables through the stadium.
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Winn-Dixie
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United States
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Retail Groceries
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700 & Above Employee
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Stock Associate
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Apr 2020 - Aug 2020
I managed inventory, maintained the image of the store and provided customer service.
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Education
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University of Florida
Bachelor of Science in Telecommunication, Telecommunications: Digital Film Production